There are few major vertical motions in the atmosphere because gravity and vertical pressure gradient force are in ____________________ balance

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


hydrostatic

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Which of the following lists the four types of volcanoes shaped like hills and mountains?



A) Cinder cone, shield, composite, dome
B) Fissure, shield, cinder cone, dome
C) Crater, cinder cone, crater, dome

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What caused the many small holes that are seen in this sample of scoria?

A) impacts by volcanic bombs B) dissolving away of minerals C) degassing of volatiles D) raindrops

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Rocks are composed of

A. glass. B. minerals. C. elements.

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Corals can photosynthesize and, therefore, provide their own nutrients

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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